The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1198:

Laney’s lips trembled, instinct warning her of dangerous territory. “Cliff, I…” she called out softly.

He cut her off with a hoarse command, knowing her next words, “Don’t speak. Let me regain control.”

“Why hold yourself back?” Laney asked, feeling the sting of rejection.

Cliff offered no answer, burying his face in the curve of her neck.

“Were all those intimate moments between us just you humoring me?” Laney’s voice quivered with each word. Did he not have any romantic feelings toward her?

Cliff raised his eyes to meet hers.

at his lower lip

bitter emotions. “Not everything needs to lead somewhere.” Her gaze held steady, resolution clear in her

threatened to overwhelm him, he

tensed at his question,

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his belt—the one Laney had gifted him. She’d

descended, Laney’s breath caught. She squeezed

anticipated this reaction, gently guiding

courage now? Look

trembling, Laney stood her

test her resolve, expecting her to retreat. However, her unwavering determination caught him off guard, not even a

control, her trembling form drawing him past the point of reason. By the time he came to his senses, it was already

made a mistake. It was only when he realized he had merely brushed against her legs that